Phil Todt
Born: 8/9/1901 in St. Louis, MO, USA
Died: 11/15/1973 in St. Louis, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 1924-04-25 | Final Game: 1931-09-25
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Philip Julius Todt
Biography
Phil Todt, born in 1901, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1924 until 1931. A position player known for his versatility and solid hitting, Todt played in a total of 957 games throughout his career. He finished with 880 hits, showcasing a consistent ability to get on base, and recorded 57 home runs and 453 RBIs, contributing significantly to his teams' offensive efforts. His career batting average settled at .258, reflecting a dependable, if not flamboyant, approach at the plate during a time when baseball was transitioning from the deadball era to a more power-centric game.
Todt's career unfolded during a pivotal period in baseball history, marked by the increasing prominence of home runs and the emergence of new playing styles. He also demonstrated speed on the basepaths, stealing 29 bases, which added an additional dimension to his offensive capabilities. While he may not be a household name today, Phil Todt's contributions on the field during the late 1920s and early 1930s helped shape the competitive landscape of the game during a transformative era. His legacy is one of hard work and determination, emblematic of many players who thrived in the evolving world of professional baseball.
Negro Leagues Career Statistics
Batting
| PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9.0 | 9.0 | 1.0 | 3.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.333 | 1.000 | 1.333 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting
| Season | PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1930 | 9.0 | 9.0 | 1.0 | 3.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.333 | 1.000 | 1.333 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 957 | 3415 | 372 | 880 | 183 | 58 | 57 | 453 | 29 | 207 | 229 | 0.258 | 0.305 | 0.395 | 0.700 | -6011.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1924 | BOS | AL | 52 | 103 | 17 | 27 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 14 | 0 | 6 | 9 | 0.262 | -99.1 |
| 1925 | BOS | AL | 141 | 544 | 62 | 151 | 29 | 13 | 11 | 75 | 3 | 44 | 29 | 0.278 | 163.2 |
| 1926 | BOS | AL | 154 | 599 | 56 | 153 | 19 | 12 | 7 | 69 | 3 | 40 | 38 | 0.255 | -1230.1 |
| 1927 | BOS | AL | 140 | 516 | 55 | 122 | 22 | 6 | 6 | 52 | 6 | 28 | 23 | 0.236 | -1863.8 |
| 1928 | BOS | AL | 144 | 539 | 61 | 136 | 31 | 8 | 12 | 73 | 6 | 26 | 47 | 0.252 | -890.5 |
| 1929 | BOS | AL | 153 | 534 | 49 | 140 | 38 | 10 | 4 | 64 | 6 | 31 | 28 | 0.262 | -1271.8 |
| 1930 | BOS | AL | 111 | 383 | 49 | 103 | 22 | 5 | 11 | 62 | 4 | 24 | 33 | 0.269 | -506.2 |
| 1931 | PHA | AL | 62 | 197 | 23 | 48 | 14 | 2 | 5 | 44 | 1 | 8 | 22 | 0.244 | -313.1 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | WS | PHA | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | .000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 904 | 0 | 9079 | 623 | 80 | 716 |
| OF | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1924 | BOS | 1B | 18 | 0 | 158 | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| 1924 | BOS | OF | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1925 | BOS | 1B | 140 | 0 | 1408 | 100 | 13 | 126 |
| 1926 | BOS | 1B | 154 | 0 | 1755 | 126 | 22 | 117 |
| 1927 | BOS | 1B | 139 | 0 | 1401 | 112 | 13 | 121 |
| 1928 | BOS | 1B | 144 | 0 | 1486 | 94 | 5 | 96 |
| 1929 | BOS | 1B | 153 | 0 | 1467 | 102 | 14 | 128 |
| 1930 | BOS | 1B | 104 | 0 | 1001 | 65 | 8 | 84 |
| 1931 | PHA | 1B | 52 | 0 | 403 | 13 | 2 | 36 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 901 |
| Center Field | 2 |
| Right Field | 3 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 25th | 1.0 | 64 | 0 |
| 1926 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 16th | 5.0 | 64 | 0 |
| 1925 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 27th | 1.0 | 64 | 0 |